Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal

Fresh, lively and energetic, the Spotted Donkey Cantina at el Pedregal is a Scottsdale original. Offering the best drinks, unique food and a festive atmosphere are quickly earning Spotted Donkey Cantina at el Pedregal a reputation as the place to dine in North Scottsdale.

7 / 10
119
ratings
Address

34505 N Scottsdale Rd (at E Carefree Hwy) Scottsdale , AZ 85266 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 37


Keywords:

Mexican food margaritas nachos chalupa happy hour chimichangas pork good for groups tequila chopped salad casual outdoor seating bacon dinner salsa shooters horseshoes peppers fresh made gravy
Desiree Gaston

For an excellent margarita and Mexican food , this is a sure bet for lunch or dinner ! The Cantina Shooters are my favorite and you can't go wrong with their fresh made guacamole .

Dotted & Crossed Marketing

Great SW & Mexican food . Try a blood orange margarita or sample their tequila . For food the nachos are a must, pulled pork chalupas , Sonoran Mac n cheese or the meatloaf w/ chorizo gravy .

Loren Condron

The staff is wonderful and Chef Esteban does some amazing upscale Mexican food . I love the nachos , chalupas , meatloaf , and pork tenderloin over southwest Mac n cheese .

John Jackson

The guacamole was great. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The chef came to the table and was very personable. I had a great time.

John Whelan

Had a delicious pork tacos dinner there last night......Make sure you request Tony as your server for he really knows the menu and provides excellent service.

George Fallar

All the food is great. The ingredients are right, the sauces and salsas all have nuance and great flavor.

David Anderson

Best part of our visit was the El Pedregal margarita . The chicken fajita didn’t have much flavour. Busty fun place.

Stephanie Zack

Fish tacos , ceviche ( with some heat) fried banana for dessert . Great service, server was Cody.

ATL_Hunter

Fantastic restaurant - try the carnitas chimichanga . All the margaritas are excellent

Camilla R.

I love their salsa ! And their food is great. It's gd to share a meal too!

Russell Zack

Amazing fajitas . Great selection of tequilas . Make a reservation .

Andy Krahe

Can't go wrong with the chop salad made table side and a horseshoe margarita (or two).

amanda m.

everything was great!!! i consider myself an expert when it comes to mexican food and this place got a 10 in every category!

Lela Reynolds

The fried jalapeño popper appetizer is a must get. The best thing on the menu! Spicy but not too overwhelming.

Connor

It's all about the nachos and the enchiladas . Nothing beats either of them.

Ashley Andres

Great Food!! Fish tacos are a must! Jonathan can answer all your menu questions!

Christopher Radoian

Stuffed peppers are a must. The pulled pork is very juicy!

Adam Gantman

Pozolli = yummy. Patio right after sun goes down , even better

WhiteDino .Com

www.WhiteDino.com says must try the fajitas 's!

Mark Stefko

Amazing Mexican food with incredible presentation.

Aly

The frozen margaritas are muy delicioso, and my tilapia was perfect.

Ron Trengove

Quality cocktailing . Cool twists on classics with original recipes too.

Jeff Gillick

If you like it HOT, ask for the ghost pepper salsa with your chips (and a glass of milk just in case)!

CJ Fox

I have to agree, AZ Best Nachos last three years! They Rock, order'm up.

holly brynjulfson

Nachos kick ass! Order them w/extra raw jalepenos . Arizona mac n cheese great,order extra bacon & extra jalepenos .

Barbara H

Try the frozen margaritas . They are amazing!

Ryan

The food is fantastic but the service is even better.

Dean Weissman - Professional Realtor

Tilapia is excellent!!!!

Caitlin Ann

After reading all of these great reviews our waiter never came to our table to help us. So, the hostess ended up taking our order.

#Rez

It's a long ride back to the casita after the donkey nachos .

Connie H

Best $5 happy hour marg EVER!!

Kimberly Meech

Try the baja fish tacos !

mark roth

Carne asada was good, but served as if it was just steak fajitas .

Doug Bruhnke

Pick the poppers!

Corey-Beth Feldmann

Amazing food! Amazing atmosphere!

Chris Fryson

Great meatloaf .

Tim L

Good place... If you like cold overcooked food and poor service

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